GENETICS 3111 - Genes, Genomes and Molecular Evolution III
North Terrace Campus - Semester 1 - 2024
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code GENETICS 3111 Course Genes, Genomes and Molecular Evolution III Coordinating Unit Molec & Biomedical Science Term Semester 1 Level Undergraduate Location/s North Terrace Campus Units 6 Contact Up to 19 hours per fortnight Available for Study Abroad and Exchange Y Prerequisites GENETICS 2510 and GENETICS 2520; or equivalent Incompatible GENETICS 3110 Assessment Exam, practical component, written reports Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Professor Frank Grutzner
Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
1 Knowledge at an advanced level of: the origin, structure, function and evolution of genomes and chromosomes; molecular phylogenetics; and the roles of chance, mutation and natural selection in evolution at the molecular genetic level 2 The ability to interpret the primary scientific literature in cytogenetics and evolutionary genetics. 3 Application and integration of knowledge specified in 1 through microscopy techniques and computational methods University Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Attribute 1: Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth
Graduates have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of their subject area, the ability to engage with different traditions of thought, and the ability to apply their knowledge in practice including in multi-disciplinary or multi-professional contexts.
1, 2, 3 Attribute 2: Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving
Graduates are effective problems-solvers, able to apply critical, creative and evidence-based thinking to conceive innovative responses to future challenges.
1, 2, 3 Attribute 3: Teamwork and communication skills
Graduates convey ideas and information effectively to a range of audiences for a variety of purposes and contribute in a positive and collaborative manner to achieving common goals.
1, 3 Attribute 4: Professionalism and leadership readiness
Graduates engage in professional behaviour and have the potential to be entrepreneurial and take leadership roles in their chosen occupations or careers and communities.
1, 2, 3 Attribute 8: Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
Graduates are self-aware and reflective; they are flexible and resilient and have the capacity to accept and give constructive feedback; they act with integrity and take responsibility for their actions.
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Learning Resources
Required Resources
This course will require the following texts and other resources:- Copies of scientific papers (supplied by the lecturers)
- Practical manuals (supplied by lecturers)
- Practical Laboratories and computer suites
- Scientific equipment
- Lecture theatres and tutorial rooms
- Access to University Library
- Access to computers and internet
- Students must supply laboratory coat and safety glasses for their own use
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Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
Every week, there will be 3 lectures supported by 1 tutorial that developes material covered in lectures and one or two practicals that also develop material covered in lectures.Workload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
A student enrolled in a 6 unit course, such as this, should expect to spend, on average 24 hours per week on the studies required. This includes both the formal contact time required to the course (e.g., lectures and practicals), as well as non-contact time (e.g., reading and revision).Learning Activities Summary
Lectures
Chromosome Structure and Evolution
1. Chromosome Analysis-molecular cytology
2. Centromeres and Telomeres
3. Metaphase chromosome structure
4. Interphase nucleus
5. Chromosome segregation (mitosis)
6. Meiosis
7. Histone Code
8. DNA methylation and epigenetic reprogramming
9. Genomic Imprinting
10. Chromosome Evolution
11. Sex Chromosome evolution and organisation
12. Comparative Genomics
13. Citizen Science
14. Evolutionary Medicine
Population and Evolutionary Genetics
1. Coalescence Theory
2. Population Subdivision
3. Gene Trees & Species Trees
4. Genetic Linkage & Hitchhiking
5. Neutral Theory
6. Natural Selection
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Assessment
The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:
- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
- Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
- Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary
Assessment Task Task Type Weighting Hurdle
Yes or NoLearning Outcome
Approximate timing of
assessment
(week of teaching period)Quiz 1 (theory exam) Summative 25% No 1, 2 Mid Semester Break (first week) Quiz 2 Summative 12.5% No 1, 2 Week 9 Quiz 3 Summative 12.5% No 1,2 Week 12 Practical reports Formative & Summative 50% No 1,2, 3 Weeks 1-12 Assessment Detail
Quizzes (total of 50%)
Students will complete 2 online quizzes (worth 12.5% each) and 1 online theory exam quiz (worth 25%). Quizzes will be online and consist of multiple choice, true/false, numerical and short/long answer questions.
Practical Reports (total of 50%)
Practical reports will be assigned throughout the semester (Weeks 1-12) depending on the practical schedule.Submission
Late submission of assessments
If an extension is not applied for, or not granted then a penalty for late submission will apply. A penalty of 10% of the value of the assignment for each calendar day that is late (i.e. weekends count as 2 days), up to a maximum of 50% of the available marks will be applied. This means that an assignment that is 5 days or more late without an approved extension can only receive a maximum of 50% of the mark.Course Grading
Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:
M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme) Grade Mark Description FNS Fail No Submission F 1-49 Fail P 50-64 Pass C 65-74 Credit D 75-84 Distinction HD 85-100 High Distinction CN Continuing NFE No Formal Examination RP Result Pending Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.
Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.
Final results for this course will be made available through .
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Student Feedback
The University places a high priority on approaches to learning and teaching that enhance the student experience. Feedback is sought from students in a variety of ways including on-going engagement with staff, the use of online discussion boards and the use of Student Experience of Learning and Teaching (SELT) surveys as well as GOS surveys and Program reviews.
SELTs are an important source of information to inform individual teaching practice, decisions about teaching duties, and course and program curriculum design. They enable the University to assess how effectively its learning environments and teaching practices facilitate student engagement and learning outcomes. Under the current SELT Policy (http://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies/101/) course SELTs are mandated and must be conducted at the conclusion of each term/semester/trimester for every course offering. Feedback on issues raised through course SELT surveys is made available to enrolled students through various resources (e.g. MyUni). In addition aggregated course SELT data is available.
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Student Support
- Academic Integrity for Students
- Academic Support with Maths
- Academic Support with writing and study skills
- Careers Services
- Library Services for Students
- LinkedIn Learning
- Student Life Counselling Support - Personal counselling for issues affecting study
- Students with a Disability - Alternative academic arrangements
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Policies & Guidelines
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- Academic Credit Arrangements Policy
- Academic Integrity Policy
- Academic Progress by Coursework Students Policy
- Assessment for Coursework Programs Policy
- Copyright Compliance Policy
- Coursework Academic Programs Policy
- Intellectual Property Policy
- IT Acceptable Use and Security Policy
- Modified Arrangements for Coursework Assessment Policy
- Reasonable Adjustments to Learning, Teaching & Assessment for Students with a Disability Policy
- Student Experience of Learning and Teaching Policy
- Student Grievance Resolution Process
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